REVIEW ON TRIVIKRAMA RASA: A HERBOMINERAL FORMULATION FOR ASHMARI

Trivikrama Rasa, a herbomineral formulation used in Ashmari, is the subject of this comprehensive review. The term 'herbomineral' refers to a combination that contains both herbs and minerals as main ingredients. These formulations have a longer shelf life than herbal formulations and when taken internally are more readily absorbed because of the extensive trituration done during preparation. The manufacturing process includes Shodhana (Purification), Mardana (Trituration), Marana (Incineration), and more. This article presents Trivikrama Rasa and its likely modes of action using modern and Ayurvedic modalities. The review is meticulously compiled from classical references, provides a reliable source of information. The available data is presented systemically, offering a general introduction of ingredients, preparation method of formulation, dose and its probable mode of action. Trivikrama Rasa has been reported in all classical texts as an effective means of managing Ashmari quickly.